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Exploring Altay:2026 Eight-Day In-Depth Ice and Snow Tour Complete Guide✨
I. Itinerary Highlights and Destination Details
The Altay region is known as the ‘Birthplace of Human Skiing.’ In winter, its snow-covered plains, frost-laden villages, and crystal-clear ice lakes form a natural ice and snow masterpiece. This itinerary connects the three core scenic areas of Baihaba, Kanas, and Hemu, incorporating unique experiences like horse-drawn sleighs and ice-surface four-wheel-drive vehicles, allowing you to feel the unique charm of northern Xinjiang’s ice and snow culture.
[Baihaba Village]🏡
This primitive village, covered in thick snow in winter, features wooden houses with cooking smoke rising against snow-capped mountains. In 2026, local tourism services continue to improve, with all wooden houses in the scenic area equipped with floor heating for comfortable stays. Note: A border pass is required to enter the village (inquiries can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for assistance).
[Kanas Lake]🌊
In winter, the ice on Kanas Lake is over 1 meter thick, with a faint bluish-green sheen visible beneath. In 2026, the scenic area has added ice patrol teams to regularly test ice surface load-bearing capacity, ensuring the operation of four-wheel-drive vehicles and snowmobiles.
[Hemu Village]🛷
Hemu, rated as ‘China’s Most Beautiful Village’ by Chinese National Geography, features Tuwa wooden houses amid morning fog in winter, resembling a fairy tale world. In 2026, a ‘Horse-Drawn Sleigh + Starry Sky Photography’ combo package is offered, allowing visitors to traverse snowfields by traditional transport and photograph the Milky Way at night with professional guides.
[Akekule Ice Lake]❄️

Exploring Altay: 2026 Eight-Day In-Depth Ice and Snow Tour Complete Guide✨This hidden ice lake deep in the Altai Mountains forms spectacular blue ice wonders in winter. In 2026, the scenic area opens with limited capacity, recommending 200 visitors per day with advance reservations required. The ice-surface four-wheel-drive vehicle project features professional drivers avoiding ice fissure zones.
II. Simple Itinerary Arrangement
[Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi]
Arrive in Urumqi by air from various locations and check into a hotel (includes airport pickup). Visitors arriving early are advised to visit the Xinjiang Museum to see the ‘Ice and Snow Culture Special Exhibition’ (new 2026 section displaying traditional ice and snow equipment from various ethnic groups).
[Day 2:Urumqi → Altay (5-hour drive)]
Head north along National Highway G216, passing through the Karamaili Mountain Ungulate Nature Reserve to observe wild horses foraging in the snow in winter. Upon arrival in Altay City, experience night skiing at General Mountain Ski Resort (new 200-meter beginner illuminated slope added in 2026).
[Day 3:Altay → Baihaba (3.5-hour drive)]
Obtain a pass in the morning before traveling to Baihaba. In the afternoon, experience a horse-drawn sleigh ride across snowfields (reference price:400 yuan/sleigh/2 people, including warm gear rental). Overnight in a scenic area wooden house, savoring Tuwa-style hot pot.
[Day 4:Baihaba → Kanas (1.5-hour drive)]
Capture morning frost scenes before traveling to Kanas. In the afternoon, join an ice-surface four-wheel-drive expedition (reference price:680 yuan/person, including insurance) to cross frozen Kanas Lake and explore lakeside ice cave wonders.

I. Itinerary Highlights and Destination Details[Day 5:Kanas → Hemu (2-hour drive)]
Stop at Xianwan and Moon Bay ice photography spots along the way. Upon arrival in Hemu, experience a horse-drawn sleigh ride up the Hadeng Platform (reference price:300 yuan/sleigh/4 people). After dinner, join a bonfire party (new 2026 Tuwa Chuwuer instrument performance added).
[Day 6:In-Depth Hemu Tour]
Full-day free activity recommendations:
▶ Morning fog photography (6:30-8:00)
▶ Snowmobile ride through virgin forests (reference price:450 yuan/hour)
▶ Traditional fur ski-making experience (2026 intangible cultural heritage instructor on-site teaching)
[Day 7:Hemu → Akekule Ice Lake (4-hour drive)]
Traverse snowfields to reach the secret ice lake and experience ice-surface four-wheel-drive drifting (equipped with snow chains and emergency kits). Return to Altay City in the afternoon and check into a hot spring hotel (new 2026 snowfield hot spring project added).
[Day 8:Departure from Altay]

The Altay region is known as the ‘Birthplace of Human Skiing.’ In winter, its snow-covered plains, frost-laden villages, and crystal-clear ice lakes form a natural ice and snow masterpiece. This itinerary connects the three core scenic areas of Baihaba, Kanas, and Hemu, incorporating unique experiences like horse-drawn sleighs and ice-surface four-wheel-drive vehicles, allowing you to feel the unique charm of northern Xinjiang’s ice and snow culture.Free activities based on flight times; recommended to purchase Altay snow chrysanthemum, black honey, and other specialty souvenirs (inquiries through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for courier services).
III. Pricing Information (2026 reference)
Basic cost range:7,800-9,800 yuan/person (based on a group of 4)
Included items:
▶ Transportation:Toyota Prado or equivalent off-road vehicle (including fuel and tolls)
▶ Accommodation:7 nights (Baihaba/Hemu wooden houses + Altay four-star hotel)
▶ Meals:7 breakfasts + 6 main meals (60% specialty dishes)
▶ Admission:First-entry tickets to Kanas/Baihaba/Hemu scenic areas
▶ Experiences:2 horse-drawn sleigh rides, 1 ice-surface four-wheel-drive ride
▶ Services:Professional driver/guide, travel accident insurance

[Baihaba Village]🏡Cost fluctuation notes:
▶ 15%-20% increase during Dec-Jan peak season
▶ Single traveler supplement (reference price:1,500 yuan for entire trip)
▶ Spring Festival schedules priced separately (as per contract)
IV. Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for schedule availability and discounts. Provide valid ID information for insurance and pass processing; children require household registration copies.
V. Cost and Service Notes
1. Included items detailed in contract terms; unlisted items (e.g., personal expenses, self-funded entertainment) must be self-paid
2. All ice and snow projects involve staff; visitors must sign a ‘Liability Waiver’
3. If extreme weather closes scenic areas, both parties may agree to reorder itinerary or replace projects

This primitive village, covered in thick snow in winter, features wooden houses with cooking smoke rising against snow-capped mountains. In 2026, local tourism services continue to improve, with all wooden houses in the scenic area equipped with floor heating for comfortable stays. Note: A border pass is required to enter the village (inquiries can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for assistance).4. Specific service standards follow the ‘Tourism Service Contract’; read cancellation/modification terms carefully before signing
VI. 2026 Special Reminders
▶ Ice/snow road driving:All vehicles equipped with snow tires and chains; drivers must hold ice/snow road qualifications
▶ Warm gear:Recommend -20°C cold-weather clothing; rental available (reference price: 150 yuan/set/day)
▶ Photography services:Photographer booking available in advance (reference price: 1,200 yuan/day, including 30 retouched photos)
▶ Environmental requirements:Drones prohibited in scenic areas; smoking restricted to designated zones
VII. Pre-Trip Checklist
✔ Documents:Valid ID, border pass (birth certificate for children)
✔ Clothing:Windproof down jacket, fleece-lined pants, high-top snow boots
✔ Electronics:Spare camera batteries (quick drain in cold), power bank
✔ Medications:Cold medicine, stomach medicine, heat patches (6-8 recommended daily)
This winter, let’s meet in Altay’s ice and snow world! Feel traditional wisdom through horse-drawn sleigh creaks, experience speed thrills in four-wheel-drive roars, and freeze every pure snowscape frame with your lens. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency now to start your northern Xinjiang ice and snow fairy tale!

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation